The illustrated guide to naval aircraft : a complete history of shipborne fighters, bombers, helicopters and flying boats, including the Grumman Hellcat, F-4 Phantom, Westland Lynx and Sikorsky Seahawk : features a directory of over 130 aircraft with 670 identification photographs / Francis Crosby.

Includes index.

This meticulously researched and illustrated book charts the complete history of naval aviation, from the pioneering days when biplanes were catapulted from converted destroyers through to the high-performance jets patrolling the world's seas today. In addition to the comprehensive A to Z listing of naval aircraft, the book also focuses on significant technological advances, including carrier evolution, aircraft technology and weaponry, as well as operations in which naval aviation have played significant part, for example Pearl Harbor, Korea and Vietnam. This superb book provides enthusiasts with key information about naval aviation.